HEALTHY LIFESTYLE · JULY 2018
So, the question is, how much water does a
person need to drink to make sure they’re
meeting the recommended amount? A good
rule of thumb is to take your weight in pounds
and divide that number in half. That answer is
the minimum recommended ounces of water
you should drink on a daily basis. Remember,
that’s a starting point, not the end all be all. For
example, if you’re an athlete or highly active,
have been ill, or suffer from allergies you may
need to consume more to replenish the body
and to help flush out toxins. A good indicator
of the proper amount of water for your body
is to gauge the color of your urine. If it’s very
light (clear), that’s a sign that you may be overly
hydrated (Yes, that’s a thing.). If your urine is
dark, you’re not drinking enough water. The
ideal, if you will, urine color should be similar
to the color of hay or on the clearer side. Urine
should never be dark.
Thirst is another indicator that you
need to drink more water. If you’re
thirsty, your body is telling you it
already doesn’t have enough water
to function properly. With all of this
in mind, as you go about your day, be
mindful of your water consumption.
Get into the habit of carrying a
water bottle with you everywhere
you go. Pretty soon, it will be like
second nature to drink water. So,
drink up. Your body needs it.
By Andres Portillo
21 HEALTHY MAGAZINE